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wondering in wichita
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« on: June 12, 2005, 07:04:36 PM » |
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I have one job offer I have to respond to by Thursday. I have an interview on Wednesday for a job I have a good chance at getting but the hiring ctee for that job says they wont make a decision for another week after that. The place where I have the job offer knows I am looking at another position.
All things being equal at the two positions, what would you do? Take the bird in hand, or wait to see what is in the bush? Should I go through the interview anyways?
(The job I am offered is in the Great Plains; the job I have an interview for is in Northwest where I live right now; I like both places).
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Beth
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« Reply #1 on: June 12, 2005, 07:30:13 PM » |
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Ask the place that made the offer for more time.
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wondering in wichita
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« Reply #2 on: June 12, 2005, 07:38:39 PM » |
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Thanks Beth. They won't give more time; they obviously are hiring late (job starts July 15) so they don't want to lose their second choice too I imagine.
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Green Eyed Lady
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« Reply #3 on: June 12, 2005, 08:52:45 PM » |
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I think you will know after you interview on Wednesday whether or not you should snap up the other job on Thursday. Go with your gut feeling after the interview, even if that means taking a risk. I personally think that not having to move (or not having to move as far) is a considerable advantage to the second job. But wait until the interview, sleep on it, then make an informed and inspired decision. You're not the only one making these difficult decisions. Anyone who applies for a lot of jobs is going to have these timeline troubles. Good luck. GEL
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« Reply #4 on: June 13, 2005, 04:21:56 AM » |
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You can also pressure Job #2 to make their decision quickly. If you are the top candidate after the interview, they may tell you within a day or two. Whenever I've had them say they'll take two weeks to decide, they only take the full amount of time if they are going to tell you bad news, because they are waiting for the top candidate to decide. When I've been the top candidate, they've told me right away. So, tell them your situation, don't give an ultimatum, but let them know that you are in demand.
Also, you can accept Job #1, wait to get the contract, then, if you get another offer, tell them you've had second thoughts when the contract arrives. That might buy you an extra few days, which it sounds like is all you need. That might not be the best thing for your karma, but then again, they are the ones who are trying to force you to take your second choice job.
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« Reply #5 on: June 13, 2005, 05:05:40 AM » |
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In response to Aristotelian:
In my situation, I have been offered a job immediately following the on-campus interview, and therefore assume that I am the top candidate. How long can a person deliberate about a decision normally without offending them? I hate to burn bridges before I even arrive (I too am concerned about my "karma"!), but like the other 'poster', I'm waiting to hear about a few other things first in order to make a more informed decision.
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wondering in wichita
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« Reply #6 on: June 13, 2005, 07:03:01 AM » |
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They cant give me a quick decision after the interview as I am the first of three to be interviewed. Aggh. Thanks for the suggestions.
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Velvet Elvis
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« Reply #7 on: June 13, 2005, 01:37:10 PM » |
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..but you will know if you like the place. Remember, you're checking them out too. I'm the king of turning things down, so I'd say if you prefer the other job and have a good shot, go for it. But then, it depends on your field and where you are in it. I'd feel less comfortable giving that advice to someone in EngLit or Music Composition than someone in, well, my own field.
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